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Why invest in higher education?

Why Invest in Higher Education?

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Underfunding the future
Since 2010/11 the NI Executive has cut £216m from third level education.

Every year 5,000 talented young people leave NI.

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Less than 12% return

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The NI Executive must act to:

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Implement a sustainable funding model that will support our universities in transforming NI into a Knowledge Based Economy

Reverse the cuts

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A restored level of funding would

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Open opportunities
to a wider range of talented students from all socio-economic backgrounds

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Provide equality of access
for students in NI

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And create a world leading inclusive economy for our citizens